Telling Stories: Gone With the Wind and American Memory examines the making and meaning of this influential tale.
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Explore Elizabeth McDuffie’s journey from personal cook and maid for the Inman family and President Franklin Roosevelt to a civil rights advocate. Known for her ambition, she was considered for the role of Mammy in “Gone with the Wind.”
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Discover the intriguing story of “So Red the Rose,” a 1935 film overshadowed by “Gone With the Wind.” This forgotten film, set against the dramatic backdrop of the Old South, offers a rich narrative of Southern nobility and wartime struggles. Despite its potential, the film’s anti-Northern bias and simpler storyline led to its obscurity. In contrast, “Gone With the Wind” captivated audiences with its complex characters and balanced depiction, becoming a cultural phenomenon.
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Author Talks
Author of On Air: The Triumph and Tumult of NPRWednesday, Jul 9 @ 7:00 pm -
Author Talks
Join Atlanta History Center and the Friends & Fiction Official Book Club for a celebration of the Book Club’s 5th anniversary!Saturday, Aug 9 @ 6:30 pm -
Author Talks
Author of King of Kings: The Iranian Revolution: A Story of Hubris, Delusion and Catastrophic MiscalculationTuesday, Aug 12 @ 7:00 pm -